After days of fighting a raging blaze, the fire in Kleinmond has been contained.
The initial fire that started on Saturday, January 8 in the mountain area of Kleinmond in the Overberg region of the Western Cape has destroyed more than 4 000 hectares of land.
The Overstrand Municipality confirmed that all roads leading in and from Kleinmond to Hermanus including the Karwyderskraal road are open.
According to reports, more than 200 firefighters were deployed, while Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Minister Barbara Creecy commended their brave efforts.
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Meanwhile, in the midst of everything and after a long night of hard work on the fireline, a rainbow has appeared in the Overberg region.
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Picture: Enviro Wildfire Pty Ltd